Workforce Development
Policy Introduction &
Adoption
June 23, 2020

The Port's Objective
"The Commission of the Port of Seattle believes that workforce
development is critical to achieving the Port's primary mission to
serve as an economic development agency generating quality,
family-wage jobs and economic growth for the region and
increasing operational efficiency and economic mobility."


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Port Related Sectors
Aviation
Maritime
Construction Trades
Green Jobs/Green Careers


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Commitment to Equity Diversity and Inclusion
Goal 1: Increase Equitable Access to Economic Prosperity
Increase equitable workforce access for the trades in port-related
economic activities, with an emphasis on expanding opportunities to near-
port communities which are most disproportionately impacted.
Workforce Training and Education
Wrap Around Services
Career Pathways
Career Connected Learning

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Commitment to Equity Diversity and Inclusion
Goal 2: Leverage Port's Impact and Innovation
Identify and prioritize opportunities for leadership and influence to
promote a sector-based approach to workforce development centered on
equity, diversity and inclusion.
Strategic Investments
Foster Partnerships


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Evaluating Outcomes
The Executive Director, or a delegate, shall establish benchmarks
and metrics to include an Annual Report:
Application of Career Connected Learning
Investment Evaluation
Metrics

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Next Steps
Opportunity Motion
South King County Fund
Duwamish River Green Jobs Program



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